Cosmic Gate returned to Jakarta once again. On 2 March 2018, they performed at Colosseum Club.
Their visit came right before they released Wake Your Mind Sessions 003.
Before the album launch, they sent an announcement to fans that immediately sparked our curiosity.
Creative Process from Wake Your Mind Session 003 from Cosmic Gate
In their message, they shared a story about an early listener.
The person said CD1 felt perfect to play while working.
Meanwhile, CD2 felt ideal for a drive before heading out for the nigh
Bossi shared that this reaction matched exactly what they wanted to achieve.
Nic Chagall and Bossi later expanded on this idea.
Bossi noted that they designed the album like a DJ set, starting slower on CD1 and gradually moving into a groovier flow.
Nic added that CD2 carried a faster and more intense energy, similar to what they usually deliver in a long performance.
Through this structure, they hoped fans who had never seen them at clubs or festivals could still experience a full Cosmic Gate set from home.
Bossi also said they wanted listeners to close their eyes, play the CDs, and imagine how a long set from Cosmic Gate would feel.
With this approach, they aimed to give people a deeper sense of their musical journey.
They shaped the album this way for a reason.
Nic explained that many people stay too rigid about genres, placing Trance, Progressive, or House into strict categories.
Cosmic Gate wanted to challenge that mindset and show what Trance could become when listeners stay open.
This idea became the foundation for the album title Wake Your Mind.
Collaboration Between Cosmic Gate and JES
The duo also reunited with JES on the track “If Not Now.”
JES has become one of their most consistent collaborators, and Nic and Bossi both agreed that their chemistry remains strong.
Sometimes they create music first and JES writes to it; other times she sends vocals and they build the track around her.
Bossi shared that even when other collaborators drift apart over the years, the connection with JES always feels natural.
To them, her voice carries a unique emotion that continues to inspire their work.
Bossi emphasized that they only pursue music they genuinely feel.
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Highlighting New Talent
When they revealed the album’s tracklist, many names were new to us.
Bossi said their main criteria focused on artists who could spark something in their hearts and minds while still working well on the dance floor.
This instinctive reaction helped them filter through submissions.
Nic added that most promos they received sounded too similar, as if producers kept copying each other.
For Cosmic Gate, a track must stand out, or at least touch listeners deeply, to make the cut though standing out is always better.
Cosic Gate and Connection with Colosseum Club
Their first performance at Colosseum Club happened in 2015.
Bossi remembered seeing the entire room glowing in white from the DJ booth and described it as stunning.
They consider Colosseum a unique venue with a special atmosphere in every corner.
Nic mentioned that visiting Jakarta for ten years shows how meaningful their connection with the city has become.
Playing here always feels exciting for them.
During their 2018 show, they performed music from Wake Your Mind Sessions, Materia, their club classics, and their personal favorites.
The night became even more memorable when the Colosseum team surprised Bossi with a birthday cake.
He blew out the candle as the crowd cheered, creating a magical moment for everyone.
We hope Cosmic Gate return again in the future.
If you haven’t heard Wake Your Mind Sessions 003 yet, we highly recommend giving it a listen.
Stream or grab the album now and enjoy the journey.
